ABOUT DSAM:

The mission of the Down Syndrome Association of Memphis & the Mid-South is to support and empower people with Down syndrome and their families.

Under the direction and leadership of an Executive Director and Board of Directors, DSAM is volunteer driven. At DSAM, we work to:

Provide information for families of newborn babies with Down syndrome

Provide current, unbiased and up-to-date information to professionals

Conduct regular educational meetings for school districts & parents

Host social events for children, adults and parents

Publish a regular newsletter & e-mail "Happenings"

Assist parents in attending national research conferences

Partner with other disability groups to sponsor conferences

Provide a networking outlet to families

Advocate for the rights of individuals with Down syndrome

Provide support to families of individuals with Down syndrome

NEW -- "Reading is Key" reading coaching program!

NEW -- Self-Advocate Job Coaching through TN Voc Rehab!

DSAM began in 1973 as Down's Parents of Memphis. A small group of parents met while attending the first Early Intervention Program in Memphis at the Child Development Center. They began meeting to learn more about Down syndrome and to work to improve public awareness, while providing the most current care for their children. This group of parents went on to begin the early intervention program now known as Special Kids & Families.

Re-organized as a 501 (c)(3) under the name of The Down Syndrome Association of the Memphis & the Mid-South (DSAM), the organization is now serving as a support group for parents, families and friends of persons with Down syndrome.

2018 IMPORTANT DATES - Finalized Dates!

Extended to Monday, October 8th - Partners In Progress Nominations Due

Monday, October 8th - T-Shirt SIZE guarantee date, registrations & t-shirts will be available up until the day of the walk, your size is guaranteed until 10/8.